ILWU
International Longshore and Warehouse Union

Bookkeeper

Based in San Francisco, CA

 

The ILWU has an immediate opening for an onsite Bookkeeper at its headquarters in San Francisco, California. The successful candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of accounting experience. A degree in accounting and experience working for a labor union or non-profit are recommended. Experience with and knowledge of QuickBooks and Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook) are key to being able to perform the job duties of this position. The position reports to the ILWU Accounting Manager and the International Secretary-Treasurer.

Job Duties & Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform work in the office, five-days a week, Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm;
• Process payroll for all employees in several states, including remitting payroll tax payments;
• Process benefit contributions for employees;
• Track and update employee wages, vacation, sick leave, etc.;
• Review and process reimbursement request submissions;
• Process payment for vendor invoices;
• Process payments received from locals, track local’s payments, and prepare invoices to locals when appropriate;
• Post receipts and disbursements in QuickBooks;
• Open, review, and process accounting department mail;
• Prepare accounting mailings;
• Maintain and update inventories;
• Maintain accounting department files;
• Assist with preparation of information for annual tax filings and annual W-2 and 1099 forms;
• Assist with reconciling the general ledger and bank statements monthly;
• Assist with preparing financial reports as needed;

Qualifications & Skills:

• At least five years of experience as a bookkeeper or accounting department staff;
• Proficiency in QuickBooks;
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access);
• Experience using databases and managing and working with large data sets;
• Experience creating and maintaining organized paper and electronic file systems;
• Experience operating and troubleshooting office equipment (e.g., fax machines, printers, copiers, phones, computers);
• Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines and be punctual;
• Attention to detail and problem solving;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong organization and planning skills.

Compensation:
The Bookkeeper position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. The hourly rate of pay is $46.29. Benefits include fully paid healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug). Upon meeting the eligibility requirement for the 401(k) Plan (having worked 1,000 hours), employer contributions will be made into said Plan.

How to Apply:
Applicants should submit a cover letter, résumé, and three professional references to staff.jobs@ilwu.org.

The ILWU provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits unlawful discrimination of any type based on race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.